Dried Hake Fillets
Boneless fillets of silver hake (Merluccius bilinearis) that have been air-dried with salt application for long-term storage. This product is not smoked and is classified under tariff item 0305.39.00 as 'other' dried, salted, or brined fish fillets.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | +25.0% | 25% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the fillets are smoked
Smoked fish fillets are classified under heading 03.05, but in the subheading for smoked fish, not dried/salted fillets.
If the product is dried whole fish, not fillets
Dried fish, not in fillet form, falls under a different subheading within heading 03.05.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the fillets are not smoked, as smoked fillets fall under a different tariff item
• Have documentation showing the species (Merluccius bilinearis) and the drying/salting process
• Verify the product is fit for human consumption to avoid classification under Chapter 5
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